German Speaking Nanny/Cook
- Remote, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
Job Description
Berkshire , Please present salary expectation
German Speaking Live-in Nanny/Cook
Start Date : August
Days/Hours : Monday to Friday, 7.00am–7.00pm
Location : Berkshire, UK
Accommodation : Separate staff accommodation (private bedroom, private ensuite bathroom, shared kitchenette, shared laundry facilities, shared living room)
Salary : Please present expected salary
A lovely family based in Berkshire is looking for a German Speaking Live-in Nanny/Cook to join their welcoming, formal, yet affectionate household. You will be responsible for the care of 3 young children, aged 6, 4, and 1 years old, working alongside a fully staffed household.
Role Overview:
- Weekends : Flexibility to stay or leave (your choice). During the shooting season from October to the end of January, you will be required to work oneSaturday a month then a day off in the week if requested
- Travel : Up to 6–8 weeks per year in Europe (EU passport required)
- Languages : Fluent German and English essential
- Driving : Confident driver with clean licence; nanny car provided (own car required for personal use)
Key Responsibilities:
- School runs and nursery drop-offs/pickups
- Organising and attending daytime activities with the youngest child
- Planning and supervising creative and educational activities (music, arts and crafts, outdoor play)
- Assisting with homework, literacy, and numeracy in both English and German
- Managing the children's diaries, including activities, appointments, and playdates
- Preparing healthy, home-cooked meals for the children
- Light housekeeping duties relating to the children (tidying play areas, helping the Housekeeper with child-related ironing)
- Proxy parenting for up to 2 weeks per year
- Travelling internationally with the family as required
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Must be very discreet and respect the family's privacy
- Fluent spoken and written German and English
- A proven track record in similar private household roles
- A confident, safe driving record (clean licence essential)
- A warm, creative, and nurturing approach
- Organisational skills with the ability to manage busy schedules and varied activities
- A flexible attitude and willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment
Additional Information:
- The family home is based on a large country estate with dogs (large and small breeds), horses, and an equestrian and shooting centre. A love of the countryside and animals is essential.
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